Throughout this program you will develop the following skills:
- Research and development chemist
- Cosmetic formulation chemist
- Regulatory affairs associate
- Quality assurance associate
- Technical sales associate
- Product development coordinator
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Campus
Delivery
In-personDuration
2 Semesters (1 Year)Study Option
Full-timeCredential
Ontario College Graduate CertificateAbout the Program
The Cosmetic Science program is the only one-year laboratory-based graduate certificate of its kind in Ontario. This program enables you to combine your knowledge of science with art and business aspects to develop cosmetic and personal care products. As part of this program, you will focus on various aspects of formulation, including leveraging chemistry concepts to understand formulation from raw materials to finished products. You will have the opportunity to use industry-relevant equipment to create products and develop an in-depth understanding of the industry’s evolving regulatory landscape. The program also explores additional key topics including the product development process, sales and marketing, global regulations/challenges, quality and biological systems.
To further support career exposure and industry experience, you will also have the opportunity to participate in an optional work term after successful completion of your first academic semester in the program.
Skills
- Apply the cosmetic development process to manufacture and market a product
- Formulate various cosmetic products to include sensory modifications
- Analyze products to ensure they meet regulatory requirements for sale
- Create product evaluation strategies for safety and product life
- Develop an entrepreneurial mindset to succeed in the cosmetics industry
Work Experience
Optional Work Term
This program offers the option to complete a work term, providing valuable hands-on experience in your field of study. Students interested in completing a work term should apply to the PROGRAMNAME program.
Students who select the work term stream will have the opportunity to participate in a work term(s) if eligibility requirements are maintained. Students will have the flexibility to transfer to the non-work term stream at any time. The work term(s) is similar in length to an academic semester and is typically a full-time position that may be paid or unpaid. The work term job search is student-driven and participation in the work term stream does not guarantee that a work position will be secured. However, students will receive guidance and support through in-class career workshops and one-on-one coaching to help prepare for the work term.
Program Availability
| Start in | Location | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Sept. 2025 | Seneca@York | Closed |
| May 2026 | Seneca@York | Open |
Availability is subject to change and a seat is not guaranteed.
| Start in | Location | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Sept. 2025 | Seneca@York | Closed |
| May 2026 | Seneca@York | Open |
Availability is subject to change and a seat is not guaranteed.
Program and Course Delivery
This program is offered in person. Students are required to come on campus to attend classes.
Learn more: Seneca’s program delivery options and how courses in this program will be delivered each term.
Your Career
Graduates of the program can explore the following career options:
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Experiential Learning
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Chemistry Labs
You will gain hands-on, practical experience in our state-of-the-art chemistry labs, preparing you for your in-demand career.
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